rodent
word
/ˈɹoʊdənt/
/ɹˈəʊdənt/
Definition
A rodent is a small mammal with sharp front teeth for gnawing. Common examples include mice, rats, squirrels, and beavers.
Usage & Nuances
'Rodent' is formal and used mainly in scientific or academic contexts. In daily life, people use words like 'mouse' or 'rat' more often. Common collocations: 'rodent problem,' 'rodent control.'
Spanish: roedorPortuguese (BR): roedorPortuguese (PT): roedorChinese (Simplified): 啮齿动物Chinese (Traditional): 囓齒動物Hindi: कृंतकArabic: قارضBengali: কৃপণীRussian: грызунJapanese: 齧歯類Vietnamese: gặm nhấmKorean: 설치류Turkish: kemirgenUrdu: چوہا نما جانورIndonesian: hewan pengerat
Example Sentences
A mouse is a type of rodent.
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There are many kinds of rodents in the world.
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Beavers are large rodents that build dams.
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Some people keep rodents like guinea pigs as pets.
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If you see chewed wires at home, you might have a rodent problem.
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Squirrels are cute, but they’re still rodents at heart.
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